Investors poured $2.76 billion into high-yield bond retail funds in a single stretch, driven overwhelmingly by ETF activity. This move is part of a larger migration into fixed income, with bond ETFs collectively attracting over $300 billion in inflows during the first half of 2026. US high-yield corporate bonds are offering yields between 5.75% and 12.7% as of June 30, 2026, with improving credit quality and lower default rates. The Iran peace bid, which surfaced in May 2026, has meaningfully reduced risk premiums baked into markets and contributed to tighter credit spreads.
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